Basil Watermelon Cooler

Basil Watermelon Cooler - Vodka Cocktail
The Basil Watermelon Cooler Cocktail

Base Spirit: Vodka

Type: Modern Classics

Served: On the Rocks

Preparation: Shaken

Strength: Medium

Difficulty: Complicated

Flavor Profile: Bubbly, Fruity/Citrus-forward, Sour

About the Basil Watermelon Cooler Cocktail

Cool down with this refreshing mix of vodka, watermelon and ginger.

Ingredients in the Basil Watermelon Cooler Cocktail

  • 3 Large basil leaves
  • 1 (.25×2-inch) slice Peeled ginger
  • 1 (2inch) chunk Watermelon
  • .5 oz Simple syrup (one part sugar, one part water)
  • 2 oz Grey Goose Vodka
  • .5 oz Fresh lime juice
  • Ginger ale

Garnish: Watermelon chunk and basil leaf

Glass: Rocks

How to make the Basil Watermelon Cooler Cocktail

In a shaker, muddle the basil, ginger, watermelon and simple syrup. Add the vodka and lime juice, and fill with ice. Shake well and strain into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice. Top with ginger ale and garnish with a watermelon chunk and basil leaf.

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